Fortville Mama's Favorite Things

Fortville Mama Top Picks for 2014

(This holiday season, we decided to give you a different perspective. And just in time for Small Business Saturday on November 29th! We asked another local mama to tell us all about her Top 10 local picks for the holiday season. Please welcome guest blogger - Sandra Ratliff. Local mama of 5, local business owner and all around great gal! Thanks, Sandra for tackling this year's Top 10 picks!)

I am a local Mama to 5 great kids and a business owner in Fortville
and this time of year is one of the busiest times for me. I love the Holidays and spending as much time
as possible with my family. Time and
money are two things we all have to prioritize during this holiday season. I’m all about saving both! Shopping local and
supporting our Small Businesses is a great way to accomplish both. Fortville has so many great businesses it is
hard to name just 10 but here is my Top 10 List of places to Shop this Holiday
Season:

Indulge-
Best place on Main Street to get a sweet treat, eat lunch or dinner and even
host events/meetings. Gift Certificates
would make a great Teacher gift or stocking stuffer. Indulge in supporting this local business!

Java
Junction- Coffee is a must to start my day and I love having this CoffeeShop right here in our little town. Go
in for yourself and while there, pick up a few gift certificates for friends or
teachers.

Jennifer’s
Flowers- Whether it’s a centerpiece for your table, flowers for a friend,
or just holiday décor, Jennifer’s will put together a beautiful arrangement for
you. She also has some unique gifts to
buy in her store too.

Studio
309- I recently visited this painting studio for the first time and must
say what a great place to have here in town.
Canvas painting is a popular thing to do these days and this is the
perfect place to book a time for the kids, or for a Girls Night (Mom Break).

Tutus by
Natalie- Every little girl loves to feel like a princess and wear pretty
things, Natalie’s hand made tutus or hair accessories are the perfect gift for
the little girl on your list this year.
She has a display in Indulge or you can check out her Facebook site as
well.

The Gypsy
Chicks- This New Boutique on Main Street is the perfect place to buy a new
outfit for that holiday party your attending!
It’s also the perfect place for husbands to get their wives a gift
certificate for their stocking or to buy a unique gift for that special someone
on your list.

C J and Co Hair Design- We all try to look our best during the Holidays and getting
that haircut or color always helps to make us feel our best. Visit April or one of the other Stylists
before your family snaps all those Christmas pictures.

Stroughs
IGA- It’s so nice to have a small town grocery store to get those last
minute ingredients or foods we forgot, or to get to when the weather is bad.
Lets help support this local business and shop for more than just that this
season. Instead of going to the bigger
stores try going to Stroughs to purchase your list at least once this holiday
season.

El 5
deMayo- I love Mexican food and so
does my family! I’m certain you will all get your fill of turkey and ham, so
take your family to this great restaurant for lunch or dinner one day and give
yourself a break in the kitchen.

Ratliff Construction- Yes, last but not
least lets not forget those house projects you have been putting off for long enough. My husband and I own and run this small
business and will be glad to work with you on your project to remodel a room in
your home or even add a room to your home.
It’s not too early to schedule those Spring Projects!